Scenic Artist

Arena Stage

Job Location:

Washington, AR - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 23 - 24

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

WHO WE ARE

Arena Stage is the voice of American theater resident in our nations capital. Focused on American artists our productions are innovative and representative of stories from across the country. We nurture new plays and reimagine classics. We celebrate our democracy and diversity through a multitude of voices in our productions and community engagement programs to inspire people to action.

WHAT WE VALUE

A work culture that values experimentation and collaboration.

Excellence in all aspects of our endeavor.

Diversity Equity Accessibility and Inclusion throughout the Organization and within our audience and the community.

Community Service through education and public engagement.

Lead effective partnerships and collaboration to serve artists and arts professionals.

WHAT YOULL DO

The Scenic Artist acts as the primary scenic artist for all Arena Stage productions and events.

MINIMUM/CORE REQUIREMENTS:

2-4 years experience scenic art mural work fine art theatrical scenery related artistic
fields or educational equivalent
1 year experience in a leadership role

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Experience in faux finishing (wood grain marble stone etc.) textures foam
carving/sculpting drawing drop layout work color matching and mixing aging &
distressing techniques
Ability to use HVLP airless airbrush and pump sprayers.
Knowledge of current safety standards MSDSs and OSHA practices
Ability to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining quality
Attention to detail in all aspects
Ability to read draftings and renderings/elevations
Ability to adapt to frequently changing circumstances work collaboratively with other
employees and guest artists and maintain a positive attitude in challenging situations

KEY FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Execute scenic treatments on all scenery pieces and specialty prop pieces as directed by the Scenic Charge Artist
In conjunction with the Scenic Charge Artist lead a team of over hire scenic artists in the execution of scenic treatments
In conjunction with the Scenic Charge Artist maintain paint shop tools inventories and cleanliness
In conjunction with the Scenic Charge Artist maintain all three theatre spaces for internal and external events
Create touch up kits for Production Carpenters to maintain the finish of each show throughout the run
May be required to work late nights and holidays depending on show needs

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to climb and work from lifts/ladders with or without reasonable accommodation
Frequently required to use repetitive hand motions and to reach and bend
Ability to stand for 8-10 hours per day
Capable of wearing a respirator

The Washington Drama Society Inc. Arena Stage does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race color religion (creed) gender gender expression age national origin (ancestry) disability marital status sexual orientation or military status in any of its activities or operations.

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WHO WE AREArena Stage is the voice of American theater resident in our nations capital. Focused on American artists our productions are innovative and representative of stories from across the country. We nurture new plays and reimagine classics. We celebrate our democracy and diversity through a mu...